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Job Summary
The Logistics Analyst will be responsible for providing support for PJFS QCC transportation teams in systems administration (routing, dispatch, fleet telematics and safety systems), dispatch operations, logistics design work, resource utilization assessment, data analytics, KPI compilation and assessment, and department audits as directed by Sr. Manager, Transportation Systems. Support will be primarily centralized from the corporate office, however on-site support at QCCs may be necessary at times.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Systems Support –provide support of systems used for routing, dispatch, fleet telematics and safety. Coordinate testing and training for system enhancements and upgrades. Perform data entry and maintenance as needed. Track system support needs to identify trends for system issues and user proficiency. Participate in limited after-hours systems support on-call coverage.
- Operations Support – will support QCC transportation teams through identifying and correcting systems process errors and assisting with deviations from normal systems workflows resulting from demand surges, operational issues (example, production breakdown), or environmental disruptions (example, extreme weather events)
- Logistics design work – support initiatives to optimize routes, fleet territory coverage, driver schedules and equipment utilization. Partner with inventory management team to assess fleet coverage for inbound lanes. Assess historical data to identify trends and report on opportunities. Use route optimization system and other data assessment tools.
- Reporting – Provide detailed and thorough analysis and reporting of performance in various areas of the transportation operation. Create weekly scorecards and maintain KPI dashboards. Leverage multiple data analysis, visualization, and reporting tools.
- Auditing – Use data available from various systems to monitor process adherence in various aspects of the transportation operation, including invoice processing, driver performance, driver and equipment scheduling, fueling, maintenance, etc.
Desired Functional Skills
- Basic office skills – professional email and phone communication, readiness to contribute to team meetings and calls
- Fluent in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills (lookup formulas, pivot tables, charts, macros, etc.), proficient with Teams, CoPilot AI, data visualization tools (example Tableau).
- Transportation management systems familiarity preferred – shipment management, asset tracking, dispatch, route design. Examples: Manhattan, Oracle OTM, McLeod LoadMaster, TMW Appian Direct Route, OmniTracks, PeopleNet, Samsara
Education, Experience & Certifications
- College degree required, bachelor’s degree or above preferred (relevant fields: mathematics, computer science, advanced statistics, logistics, supply chain management, etc.)
- Relevant work experience in logistics, supply chain management, or transportation management
- Experience with Routing/Dispatch Systems
Functional Skills
- Basic office skills – professional email and phone communication, readiness to contribute to team meetings and calls
- Fluent in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills (lookup formulas, pivot tables, charts, macros, etc.), proficient with Teams, CoPilot AI, data visualization tools (example Tableau).
- Transportation management systems familiarity preferred – shipment management, asset tracking, dispatch, route design. Examples: Manhattan, Oracle OTM, McLeod LoadMaster, TMW Appian Direct Route, OmniTracks, PeopleNet, Samsara
Our Values
- EVERYONE BELONGS – We believe connectedness and belonging are the essential ingredients to our success.
- DO THE RIGHT THING –We are relentlessly focused on quality and integrity and make the right choices, even when it's difficult.
- PEOPLE FIRST – To craft positive experiences for our customers, we take care of each other first.
- INNOVATE TO WIN – We champion and challenge for a better way in all we do.
- HAVE FUN – We find joy, create meaningful impact and celebrate the journey together
Our Core Competencies
- CUSTOMER CENTRIC - We leverage data and insights to craft a customer experience that builds relationships, cultivates trust, and delivers excellence
- RESULTS DRIVEN – We focus on measurable outcomes by remaining optimistic, tenacious, and persistent even in the face of challenges.
- CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT –We champion for better through strategic risk taking, experimentation and challenging the status quo.
- BIAS FOR ACTION – We courageously lead, drive towards decisions, and maintain agility to meet the demands of our dynamic industry.
- WINNING TOGETHER – We work together to unlock our full potential by actively collaborating and contributing in a cross-functional capacity
Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer.
Papa Johns is a federal contractor that participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility for each new team member. We also comply with all Right to Work requirements. Official E-Verify and Right to Work notices are available for applicants to review in both English and Spanish.
Everybody loves pizza, which means they also love the people who are behind the scenes working to deliver it. This is complex and challenging work – but let’s face it – it’s also pizza! If you want a fulfilling career with a company that’s always moving forward, we’re the right place.
Papa John's is a Federal Contract employer who participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for each new team member. For more information please view the following PDFs: E-Verify Poster (English) - Right to Work Poster (English) - E-Verify Poster (Spanish) - Right to Work Poster (Spanish) Papa John's is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information please click on the following PDF. See terms & conditions for site use.
Skills Required
- College degree
- Bachelor's degree or above
- Relevant work experience in logistics, supply chain management, or transportation management
- Experience with routing/dispatch systems
- Fluent in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills (lookup formulas, pivot tables, charts, macros)
- Proficient with Teams and CoPilot AI
- Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (example: Tableau)
- Systems administration experience for routing, dispatch, fleet telematics and safety systems
- Ability to perform logistics design, route optimization, resource utilization assessment, KPI compilation, and audits
- Familiarity with transportation management systems (examples: Manhattan, Oracle OTM, McLeod LoadMaster, TMW Appian Direct Route, OmniTracks, PeopleNet, Samsara)
Papa John's Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Papa John's and has not been reviewed or approved by Papa John's.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as available for eligible roles, including medical and dental options, alongside life and disability coverage in some packages.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is described as available for eligible employees through a 401(k) plan, sometimes referenced with a company match depending on role and employer.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Career-linked rewards are described through education support such as the Dough & Degrees program and occasional performance-related bonuses or recognition-style perks in certain organizations.
Papa John's Insights
What We Do
Papa John's Pizza is an American restaurant company that runs the third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant. Papa John's seeks people who have an entrepreneurial spirit and share our philosophy for success. Hands-on training, a clean and safe work environment, quality business practices, advancement opportunities and meaningful work combine to produce not only the best pizza, but also the best team members! Better Opportunities. Better People! At Papa John's we call ourselves team members instead of employees because we believe it is only through a strong team we can produce the best experience for our customers. Whether at our corporate campus, distribution centers, our restaurants, or located internationally; Papa John's has a variety of positions for talented and passionate people. Papa John's is an equal opportunity employer and provides excellent career opportunities for our entire team. Our company philosophies of promote from within and rewards based on performance are important elements of our company culture.








